A Patient with Liver Disease Has a Decline in His

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient with liver disease has a decline in his previously elevated urobilinogen levels.The nurse would anticipate further testing for which condition?

• A)Overhydration
• B)Gastrointestinal bleeding
• C)Worsening of the liver failure
• D)Protein catabolism

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Definitions:

Optic Nerve

A crucial nerve in the visual system that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.

Physical Symptom

A bodily manifestation of a condition or disease, which is often objectively observed or measured.

Somatic Symptom Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by an excessive focus on physical symptoms that cause significant distress or impairment in daily functioning.

Secondary Gains

Benefits indirectly derived from being sick, such as attention, escape from duties, or financial gain.